Romania · Hiking

3-Day Bucegi Mountains Hike from Bucharest with Peleș and Bran Castles

3 Days Round trip from Bucharest Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Traverse the Bucegi Mountains from Sinaia to Bran
  • 02 Ascend more than +1,500 m to Omu Peak at 2,504 m
  • 03 Explore Peleș Castle and Bran Castle, rich in history and legend
  • 04 Follow the thematic trail "From the King's Castle to the Queen's Heart"

"From the King's Castle to the Queen's Heart" - our hiking tour near Bucharest combines historical visits, cultural experiences, and a +1,500 m ascent in the Bucegi Mountains. Linking two historical castles - Peleș in Sinaia and Bran - this route crosses Romania's most popular mountain area. The experience is designed for experienced hikers, but it can also be customised for average mountain lovers.

"From the King's Castle to the Queen's Heart" - our hiking tour near Bucharest combines historical visits, cultural experiences, and a +1,500 m ascent in the Bucegi Mountains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Bucharest, Sinaia
Languages English, French, Romanian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Meeting in Bucharest and Transfer to Sinaia

  • Individual arrival in Bucharest and transfer to the Sinaia resort (130 km by car).

  • We will visit the capital, plan our trip, and then transfer to Sinaia - the most appreciated winter resort and the starting point for our hiking adventure.

  • In Sinaia, we will visit the "King's Castle" - Peleș.

  • Optional transfer from Bucharest.

Overnight in Sinaia.

Meals: dinner.

2
Day 02

Hike from Sinaia to Bran via Omu Peak

  • We call this thematic trail "From the King's Castle to the Queen's Heart", as Peleș Castle was the Royal Residence, while Bran Castle hosted the heart of the Romanian Queen for a while.

  • We start our hiking adventure early in the morning in Sinaia (600 m altitude).

  • We can hike from the city centre, or we can take the cable car directly to 2,000 m altitude, almost to the top of the mountain.

  • From here, we hike to Babele Chalet; then we reach Omu Peak (2,504 m altitude - the highest point) for lunch and to admire the landscape around us.

  • After lunch, we will begin a long descent to Bran village.

  • We will organise dinner at a restaurant or in our hotel, depending on our arrival time.

Overnight in Bran.

Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch.

3
Day 03

Visit Bran Castle and Return to Bucharest

  • After breakfast, we will visit the village of Bran and its main attraction - Bran Castle. Also known as "Dracula Castle", this former military fortress is a historical place dedicated to Queen Maria.

  • After visiting Bran Castle, we will return to Bucharest.

  • This marks the end of a great adventure in the mountains.

Meals: breakfast.

Peleș Castle, Omu Peak, Bran Castle, the Bucegi Mountains

Where this trip takes you

Peleș Castle, Omu Peak, Bran Castle, the Bucegi Mountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bucharest 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation:

  • Two nights of accommodation: one night in Sinaia and one night in Bran
  • In every region we travel, we uncover the area's best and most original accommodations.

Meals:

  • Breakfast for the entire trip, picnic lunches, dinner on the first night, and snacks and drinks for each day
  • On our trip, you will sample the local gastronomy, from traditional to modern dishes.

Support:

  • Detailed trip description and program, maps, GPS maps
  • The knowledge, support, and services of professional authorised guides (Romanian, English, French, or German speaking possible)
  • All luggage transfers and transportation during the trip
  • Comprehensive trip literature and complimentary branded merchandise

Activities:

  • Entrance fees for all group events and activities
  • Tickets to several cultural and historical sights included in the itinerary
  • Local taxes

What's Not Included

  • Airfare cost
  • Additional gear equipment (available on request)
  • Alcoholic and additional drinks or meals during the program
  • On select trips, some meals are not included so that you can explore the local cuisine at your leisure
  • Accommodation before and after the trip
  • Tips for your cycling guide (5-10% of the trip price) or at restaurants (5-10% of the bill)
  • Extra charges for laundry, telephone or fax charges, room service, etc.
  • Individual travel insurance for the trip (compulsory to be accepted for the tour)
  • Individual insurance for particular activities (recommended)
  • Optional activities not scheduled in the program
  • The "Terms and Conditions" document presents all other conditions.
  • Transfer from your hotel to the starting point

What to bring

  • Hiking equipment

Know before you go

  • GPS maps are available on request.
  • Hiking gear is available on request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Bucharest, România
Tour start
Bucharest, Romania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Bucharest.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €295.00 — €475.00
Double Sharing €295.00 — €475.00

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